System Design Engineer
This is a great opportunity to join AVL Test Systems, Inc. at the forefront of technologies as a part of an established team.
AVL Test Systems, Inc. is hiring a System Design Engineer to join our team. The System Design Engineer works within a team to design test systems to meet various project requirements. They also, troubleshoot complex problems and develop solutions, in addition to taking charge of projects and driving them to completion while managing the cost and time estimates.The System Design Engineer has ownership of large complex test systems and supervises and mentors other commissioning engineers. They are responsible for one or more subsystems with regard to the technical function, including interfaces to other subsystems, while considering given engineering cost & engineering schedule constraints.
The role supports the project manager & the onsite team during the integration, verification & validation phase. The System Design Engineer position collaborates closely with other engineers to clarify & monitor interfaces with the interacting/surrounding subsystems to ensure a proper working system.
- This position is located at AVL's primary North America location in Plymouth, MI. This position will have the ability to work a hybrid schedule with partial in-office and partial remote location.
Qualified candidates will possess the required degree in addition to experience with emissions, development, environmental heating & cooling, and/or design.
Applicants must have the unrestricted authorization to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Employer will not sponsor an applicant for a work visa for this position.
=== Profile description
QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS:- Experience and Education 3-5+ years of experience in area of expertise
- Bachelor’s degree Chemical Engineering/related OR 4+ years of experience in addition to required experience
- Master’s degree in engineering preferred
- Strong understanding of fluid dynamics and heat transfer equations.
- Proficiency in the use of chemistry and thermodynamic equations.
- Experience with dew point curves, air movement, calibration analysis, duct sizing for pressure losses, chemical balance equations is a plus
- Knowledge of Fourier transform spectroscopy is a plus.
- Automotive experience, particularly in combustion engine systems or chemistry, is a plus.
- Familiarity with ISO 9003 and ISO 17025 standards is a plus.
- Commercial Technical quote lead for a small size program
- Efficient on time delivery of project expectations with consistently high feedback
- Technical Actively pursues utilization of Global AVL products and technology
- Able to create ground up designs to meet customer needs
- Strong knowledge with local codes and regulations as they relate to automotive test facilities and equipment
- Maintain current knowledge of industry benchmarks and trends
- Proficient in MS Office applications, including Excel, Visio and Project
- Knowledge of customer base and customer applications
- Independent functionality in the following areas / systems (relative to area of expertise): AutoCAD or Eplan drawing package for electrical schematics
- Solidworks, REVIT or AutoCAD for mechanical and 3D designs
- Data acquisition and controls system design and implementation
- Pneumatic and hydraulic design
- Frequency and stress analysis
- 480V / 220V / 110V power distribution systems
- Building utility systems including ventilation, water systems, air, fuel, fire protection, and pipe distribution
- Knowledge of SAP, EPDM is an advantage
- Analyze & create emissions calculations. Ensure that calculations and methods of sampling comply with EPA CFR Title 40
- Relational Leadership of small size technical teams
- Working effectively with customers and other program staff and team members
- Accountability for individual and team delivery
- Active pursuit of personal and departmental improvement
- Effective communication with all levels of the project team
- Supervision Level: Provide mentoring and direction for System Design Engineer I and Designer positions
=== Company description
AVL is one of the world’s leading mobility technology companies for development, simulation and testing in the automotive industry, and beyond. The company provides concepts, solutions and methodologies in fields like vehicle development and integration, e-mobility, automated and connected mobility (ADAS/AD), and software for a greener, safer, better world of mobility.